1994 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Because 1968 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A8 (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1968 Nissan President | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A8 | President |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |